Eighth-ranked SKP Banska Bystrica (3-9) was very close to win a game against first ranked Komarno (10-2) on Wednesday. Komarno managed to secure only three-point victory 83-80. However their fans expected much easier game. The hosts trailed by 5 points at the halftime before their 41-33 charge in the second half, which allowed them to win the game. American forward Kevin Thompson (205-F-89, college: Morgan St.) orchestrated the victory by scoring 22 points and 9 rebounds (on 8-of-10 shooting from the field). The other American import forward Amin Stevens (198-90, college: Florida A&M) contributed with 16 points and 7 rebounds for the winners. Komarno's coach Frantisek Ron used a ten-player rotation in such tough game. American forward Noah Dahlman (199-89, college: Wofford) replied with a double-double by scoring 21 points and 12 rebounds for SKP Banska Bystrica. Komarno have a solid three-game winning streak. They maintain first position with 10-2 record. SKP Banska Bystrica at the other side keeps the eighth place with nine games lost. Komarno are looking forward to face bottom-ranked Svit (#9) on the road in the next round and are hoping to win another game. SKP Banska Bystrica will play against Nova Ves and is hoping to prove to their fans that this time they can win. Important game to mention about took place in Handlova. Seventh ranked Handlova (4-8) saved a 2-point victory at home edging 5th ranked Inter Bratislava (6-7) 85-83 on Wednesday evening. Handlova maintains seventh position with 4-8 record. Inter Bratislava at the other side keeps the fifth place with seven games lost. Handlova will play against higher ranked Prievidza (#6) on the road in the next round and it may be quite challenging game. Inter Bratislava will have a break next round. Very important is a road loss of third ranked Nitra (8-5) against fourth ranked Nova Ves (8-5) on Wednesday night. Visiting Nitra was defeated by Nova Ves in Nova Ves 89-75. Maurice Acker notched a double-double by scoring 25 points and 13 assists to lead the effort. Even a double-double of 28 points and 11 rebounds (on 13-of-15 shooting from the field) by Branislav Tomek did not help to save the game for Nitra. Nova Ves moved-up to third place, which they share with defeated Nitra. Nova Ves will meet SKP Banska Bystrica (#8) on the road in the next round where they are favorite. Nitra will play against the league's second-placed Levice (#2) and it may be a tough game between close rivals. The game between second ranked Levice (9-3) and 6th ranked Prievidza (5-7) in Levice ended with biggest points difference. Levice outscored guests from Prievidza 83-48. The best player for the winners was Jeremy Simmons who scored 18 points, 9 rebounds and 4 blocks. Levice's coach felt very confident that he used 10 players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Newly promoted Levice maintains second position with 9-3 record behind leader Komarno. Defending champion Prievidza keeps the sixth place with seven games lost. Levice's next round opponent will be Nitra (#4) in Nitra. Prievidza will play at home against Handlova and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
Important game to mention about took place in Handlova. Seventh ranked Handlova (4-8) saved a 2-point victory at home edging 5th ranked Inter Bratislava (6-7) 85-83 on Wednesday evening. Inter Bratislava was ahead by 2 points after three quarters before a 28-24 charge of Handlova, which allowed them to win the game. Handlova maintains seventh position with 4-8 record. Inter Bratislava at the other side keeps the fifth place with seven games lost. Handlova will play against higher ranked Prievidza (#6) on the road in the next round and it may be quite challenging game. Inter Bratislava will have a break next round.
Eighth-ranked SKP Banska Bystrica (3-9) was very close to win a game against first ranked Komarno (10-2) on Wednesday. Komarno managed to secure only three-point victory 83-80. However their fans expected much easier game. The hosts trailed by 5 points at the halftime before their 41-33 charge in the second half, which allowed them to win the game. American forward Kevin Thompson (205-89, college: Morgan St.) orchestrated the victory by scoring 22 points and 9 rebounds (on 8-of-10 shooting from the field). The other American import forward Amin Stevens (198-90, college: Florida A&M) contributed with 16 points and 7 rebounds for the winners. Komarno's coach Frantisek Ron used a ten-player rotation in such tough game. American forward Noah Dahlman (199-89, college: Wofford) replied with a double-double by scoring 21 points and 12 rebounds and Croatian forward Sasa Jankovic (204-84) added 19 points and 6 rebounds in the effort for SKP Banska Bystrica. Five Komarno and four SKP Banska Bystrica players scored in double figures. Komarno have a solid three-game winning streak. They maintain first position with 10-2 record. SKP Banska Bystrica at the other side keeps the eighth place with nine games lost. Komarno are looking forward to face bottom-ranked Svit (#9) on the road in the next round and are hoping to win another game. SKP Banska Bystrica will play against Nova Ves and is hoping to prove to their fans that this time they can win. Top scorers: Komarno: K.Thompson 22+9reb+1ast, A.Stevens 16+7reb+2ast, C.Lowe 12+1reb+7ast, M.Bilik 11+4reb, J.Kratochvil 11+2reb, M.Kozlik 5+1ast B.Bystrica: N.Dahlman 21+12reb+1ast, S.Jankovic 19+6reb+2ast, B.Pane 13+2reb+7ast, M.Rendla 11+5reb+1ast, I.Cvitanovic 6+2reb, S.Smajlagic 5+3reb+2ast
Very important is a road loss of third ranked Nitra (8-5) against fourth ranked Nova Ves (8-5) on Wednesday night. Visiting Nitra was defeated by Nova Ves in Nova Ves 89-75. The game was mostly controlled by Nova Ves. Nitra managed to win second period 25-17. But it was not enough to take a lead and get a victory that evening. Nova Ves forced 24 Nitra turnovers. American point guard Maurice Acker (178-87, college: Marquette) notched a double-double by scoring 25 points and 13 assists to lead the effort and international forward Stanislav Baldovsky (192-89) supported him with 18 points and 5 rebounds (on 7-of-9 shooting from the field). Four Nova Ves players scored in double figures. Even a double-double of 28 points and 11 rebounds (on 13-of-15 shooting from the field) by the former international center Branislav Tomek (205-83) did not help to save the game for Nitra. Slovenian point guard Rene Zvan (182-87) added 8 points and 8 assists for the guests. Nova Ves moved-up to third place, which they share with defeated Nitra. Nova Ves will meet SKP Banska Bystrica (#8) on the road in the next round where they are favorite. Nitra will play against the league's second-placed Levice (#2) and it may be a tough game between close rivals. Top scorers: Nova Ves: M.Acker 25+2reb+13ast, S.Baldovsky 18+5reb, D.Burke 16+6reb+1ast, V.Hovanak 13+4reb+3ast, M.Stec 9+1ast, O.Ulman 6+6reb Nitra: B.Tomek 28+11reb, D.Geiger 12+3reb+1ast, R.Zvan 8+3reb+8ast, P.Seman 7+4reb, J.Hasan 7+7reb+2ast, V.Kosa 5+3ast
The game between second ranked Levice (9-3) and 6th ranked Prievidza (5-7) in Levice ended with biggest points difference. Levice outscored guests from Prievidza 83-48. The game without a history. Levice led from the first minutes and controlled entire game increasing their lead in each quarter. They dominated down low during the game scoring 54 of its points in the paint compared to Prievidza's 22. They outrebounded Prievidza 41-28 including 31 on the defensive glass. Levice players were unselfish on offense dishing 22 assists comparing to just 8 passes made by Prievidza's players. The best player for the winners was American forward Jeremy Simmons (204-89, college: Charleston, agency: Interperformances) who scored 18 points, 9 rebounds and 4 blocks. International forward Jozef Vojtek (204-85) chipped in 16 points and 7 rebounds. Levice's coach felt very confident that he used 10 players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. International guard Milan Ziak (190-88) produced 18 points and international Michal Batka (204-87) added 9 points respectively for the guests. Newly promoted Levice maintains second position with 9-3 record behind leader Komarno. Defending champion Prievidza keeps the sixth place with seven games lost. Levice's next round opponent will be Nitra (#4) in Nitra. Prievidza will play at home against Handlova and it may be a tough game between close rivals. Top scorers: Levice: J.Simmons 18+9reb+2ast, J.Vojtek 16+7reb+1ast, S.Nuhanovic 14+6reb+1ast, M.Sykora 11+2reb+1ast, D.Kyles 9+2reb+5ast, T.Mrvis 8+3reb+3ast Prievidza: M.Ziak 18+2reb, M.Batka 9+4reb+1ast, J.Manns 6+5reb, N.Gerwig 6+6reb+1ast, J.Harris 4+4reb+3ast, R.Sturcel 3+2reb+1ast
Extraliga Round 4 of Finals. Inter Bratislava even title series - May 22, 2013
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Inter Bratislava - Komarno 97-95 OT
Inter Bratislava outlasted Komarno in overtime to record the second consecutive victory in the championship series. Komarno was trailing by 5 points at halftime but managed to get 1-point lead after three quarters before a 21-20 charge of Inter Bratislava, which allowed them to tie the game at the end of regular time. They were better in overtime eventually winning that period 14-12 [read more]
Inter Bratislava outlasted Komarno in overtime to record the second consecutive victory in the championship series. Komarno was trailing by 5 points at halftime but managed to get 1-point lead after three quarters before a 21-20 charge of Inter Bratislava, which allowed them to tie the game at the end of regular time. They were better in overtime eventually winning that period 14-12. Worth to mention a great performance of American forward Alando Tucker (198-84, college: Wisconsin, agency: Priority Sports) who helped to win the game recording 33 points (!!!) and 8 rebounds and the former international power forward Martin Rancik (204-78, college: Iowa St.) who added 25 points, 10 rebounds and 4 assists during the contest. At the losing side American forward Amin Stevens (201-90, college: Florida A&M) responded with 21 points, 9 rebounds and 4 assists and his fellow American import forward Kevin Thompson (205-89, college: Morgan St.) produced a double-double by scoring 14 points and 11 rebounds. Five Komarno players scored in double figures. Top scorers: Inter Bratislava: A.Tucker 33+8reb+1ast, M.Rancik 25+10reb+4ast, N.Delic 15+4reb+1ast, N.Milosevic 9+2reb+5ast, P.Sedmak 7+4reb, J.Graham 5+7reb+4ast Komarno: A.Stevens 21+9reb+4ast, C.Lowe 18+4ast, V.Simpson 18+2reb+3ast, K.Thompson 14+11reb+1ast, J.Kratochvil 10+6reb+2ast, M.Kozlik 6+1reb
Anton Gavel selected the top Slovakian playing abroad in last week's games - May 20, 2013
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Traditionally, every week we bring you a list of the top performances of Slovakians who are currently playing abroad. This week's number one is an international point guard Anton Gavel (188-84, agency: Pro One Sports). He led Brose Baskets Bamberg to a victory over the seventh-ranked Phoenix Hagen in the German BBL in Sunday night's game.
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Traditionally, every week we bring you a list of the top performances of Slovakians who are currently playing abroad.
#1. This week's number one is an international point guard Anton Gavel (188-84, agency: Pro One Sports, currently plays in Germany). He led Brose Baskets Bamberg to a victory over the seventh-ranked Phoenix Hagen (18-16) 104-94 in the German BBL in Sunday night's game.
Gavel was MVP of the game. He scored 26 points (!!!) and added 6 assists in 34 minutes on the court.
Brose Baskets Bamberg (26-8) is placed first in the BBL.
It's Gavel's fourth season with the team.
Gavel is ranked seventh on the list of the top scorers in the league with 15.0ppg.
He also averaged so far 2.8rpg, 3.5apg, 2FGP: 57.0%(98-172), 3FGP: 46.0%(81-176) and FT: 74.3% in the 36 games he played so far.
Gavel has a dual citizenship: Slovakian and German.
He is currently a member of the Slovakian senior national team.
#2. Second place goes to an international small forward Dusan Pandula (196-84, currently plays in Czech Republic). Pandula was the main contributor in a BK Prostejov's victory against the third-ranked NH Ostrava (20-14) 81-77 in the Czech Republic NBL last Wednesday.
He was the best player in that game. Pandula scored 25 points.
It was the game of the round between two top 3 ranked teams in Group A1. BK Prostejov (21-13) is placed second.
Pandula has relatively good stats this season: 12.8ppg, 4.6rpg, 2.2apg, 1.1spg, 2FGP: 63.4%(149-235), 3FGP: 37.8% and FT: 74.6%.
He is in the roster of the Slovakian senior national team.
#3. The Slovakian player who performed third best last week abroad was an experienced former international power forward Radoslav Rancik (207-79, agency: Beo Basket, college: St.Cloud St., currently plays in Czech Republic). Rancik contributed to an easy victory against the fifth-ranked BK Pardubice (19-15) crushing them 90-57 in the Czech Republic NBL on Tuesday night.
He scored 11 points, had 5 rebounds and dished 4 assists in 23 minutes.
CEZ Basketball Nymburk (33-1) is placed first in Group A1.
It was his team's eighth consecutive victory in a row.
This year Rancik has relatively solid stats: 12.9ppg, 4.9rpg, 1.9apg, 2FGP: 58.8%(104-177), 3FGP: 36.5% and FT: 86.1% in the 33 games.
Former BK Inter Bratislava starter played for the Slovakian national team three years ago.
#4. Shooting guard Roman Marko (194-86, currently plays in Czech Republic) is a teammate of previously mentioned Dusan Pandula and both played together in the last Czech Republic NBL game.
Marko contributed to a BK Prostejov's victory against the third-ranked NH Ostrava (20-14) 81-77.
He scored 13 points, had 5 rebounds and dished 3 assists.
Marko has reliable stats this season: 10.2ppg, 4.3rpg, 2.6apg and 1.3spg.
He is another player who holds two passports: Slovakian and Czech Republic.
Marko is also Slovakian national team player.
Extraliga Round 3 of Finals. Inter narrow the deficit - May 18, 2013
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Komarno - Inter Bratislava 82-89
Inter Bratislava snatched a road win over Komarno to narrow the deficit at 1-2 in the championship series. The guests trailed by 8 points after first quarter, but they rallied back and won the game by 7 points. 30 personal fouls committed by Komarno helped opponents get some easy free throw opportunities [read more]
Inter Bratislava snatched a road win over Komarno to narrow the deficit at 1-2 in the championship series. The guests trailed by 8 points after first quarter, but they rallied back and won the game by 7 points. 30 personal fouls committed by Komarno helped opponents get some easy free throw opportunities. It was a great evening for American forward Alando Tucker (198-84, college: Wisconsin, agency: Priority Sports) who led his team to a victory with a double-double by scoring 21 points and 13 rebounds. The former international power forward Martin Rancik (204-78, college: Iowa St.) helped adding 15 points and 8 rebounds. The best for the losing side was American forward Amin Stevens (201-90, college: Florida A&M) with 26 points and 8 rebounds and the other American import point guard Chris Lowe (182-87, college: Massachusetts, agency: KMG Sports Management) scored 13 points and 5 rebounds. Five Inter Bratislava and four Komarno players scored in double figures. Komarno's coach Frantisek Ron rotated ten players in this game, but that didn't help. Top scorers: Komarno: A.Stevens 26+8reb+3ast, C.Lowe 13+5reb+3ast, M.Bilik 11+7reb+1ast, K.Thompson 11+10reb, M.Kozlik 6+2reb+2ast, V.Simpson 5+2reb+6ast Inter Bratislava: A.Tucker 21+13reb+3ast, M.Garnett 18+1reb+1ast, M.Rancik 15+8reb+2ast, P.Sedmak 14+5reb+1ast, N.Delic 11+4reb+2ast, R.Skibniewski 5+6ast
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